Aromatherapy is enjoying a renaissance as its healing properties are rediscovered. Here's what you need to know about essential oils.

Made from locally harvested plants and barks, this gentle soap leaves skin feeling soft and smooth.

Got heartburn? Before you reach for prescription-strength drugs, give these home remedies for acid reflux a try if you have a mild case.

The Smiley family, from 1869 to the present, has run the Mohonk Mountain House, a gorgeous throwback of a resort hotel that I can no longer afford to visit abou

Humanity's use of coal, metals and other natural resources is reportedly making the planet more acidic.

To a geologist, a gravestone can offer information other rocks can't. One project is using gravestones to better understand how the elements, particularly acid

Air pollution from auto exhaust and other sources now poses one of the most serious health risks.

The limestone rock used to build cathedrals in northern England are vulnerable to acid rain.

From their commitment to sustainability to their reputation for making a mean cup of joe, the people of Costa Rica clearly have their priorities in order.

You may already be familiar with albinism in humans and other animals, but did you know there are albino plants, too?

It's that time of year again! The 2016 National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition is officially underway.

Follow NASA's lead and explore this natural wonder by air. Scientists working for NASA's CORAL project are embarking on a two-month aerial study.

One of the most highly anticipated museums of the past decade, the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture is finally opening.

You're likely aware of endangered species and invasive species, but have you heard of injurious species?

An arctic animal that typically spends its days lounging on pack ice came ashore on the southern coast of Washington this summer.

​Stretching over the Apurimac River, this suspension bridge is made of grass and rebuilt every year using traditional Inca techniques.

Following years of misuse, gorgeous canyon gains new life as one of Puerto Rico's most important ecological attractions.

Mountain bikers wind through the misty temperate rain forest of Whistler, British Columbia, leaving stunning long-exposure light trails in their wake.

From Venus flytraps to pitcher plants and bladderworts, explore the wonderfully weird world of carnivorous plants.

When you set out on a mission to document all 12,000 species of captive animals, it's bound to get a little silly.

Learn more about the ancient agricultural legacy of rice paddy farming.

Henry David Thoreau's beloved slice of nature still exists today in the form of a Walden Pond State Reservation.

These bioluminescent gnat larvae fool their prey by beautifully imitating the night sky inside of caves.

These endangered World Heritage Sites, both natural and cultural, could use a helping hand in restoring and preserving their integrity.

While a few of these natural wonders formed as a result of meteors raining down, many more were crafted by the hands of our own Mother Earth.

'The Land of the Strays' is a dog's paradise.

Composed of loose sediment and averaging about 6 feet in height, the puzzling natural mounds are a surreal sight.

Panorama gives viewers a glimpse of the geological landmarks in Curiosity's vicinity, including the Gale Crater Rim, Upper Mount Sharp and the Murray Buttes.

Even celebrities need a non-human best friend. Here are a few glimpses of pets with their famous humans.

A spooky face emerges from the sun's corona in this image captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory.

Bust out your ugly Christmas sweater, cast off your inhibitions, and swallow your pride. It's tacky holiday sweater season.

These recipes from previous centuries are just as delicious today as they were hundreds of years ago.

This savory oatmeal isn't your typical breakfast-for-dinner dish.

Assemble these casseroles the night before. Throw them in the oven Christmas morning and breakfast is ready in about an hour.

'Soup for Syria' by Barbara Abdeni Massaad compiles international recipes to raise funds for food relief for Syrian refugees.

Can you imagine ringing in the new year without a drink in your hand? Usually it's something sparkly, but it doesn't have to be.

'Le Vie Rustic' transports you to the French countryside. Sneak a peak with a Caramelized Leek Flat Bread with Black Olives and Soft Cheese.

Expect to pay more for avocados for your guacamole — or just make "mockamole" instead.

Don't buy popular rice cauliflower at the store when it's so easy to make it yourself.

A pan of batter goes into the oven, a batch of cookie bars comes out.

Eat your way to prosperity and luck with these Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year recipes.

Australian chef Adam Liaw creates an easy, 3-ingredient snack for an entire grammar school class for less than $10.

From local ingredients to storied traditions, hop on the Great American Cookie Train to see what cookies are the most popular around the country.

A push to save and restore buildings is spurring tourism in Palm Springs, the quintessential California desert city.

The stink bug, with its noxious smell, is a recent visitor to the U.S., but Halyomorpha halys seems to like it here. Here's how to get rid of them.

Eco-friendly products are growing up.

Today, eco-friendly products across all sectors have evolved.

Situated within Indiana Dunes National Park, the futuristic '30s-era dwelling requires a $2.5 million restoration to be paid for by a qualified leasee.

The Venus flytrap uses its 'teeth' to keep medium-size prey trapped before they're eaten.

Are there mole tunnels in your yard? Here are tips to help with mole control, from facts about food sources to pros and cons about mole traps and repellents.